Thursday, April 18, 2013
The library board will appoint two members to serve the remainder of the term office, until May 2015.
The Lemont Public Library is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on its board of trustees. Appointees will serve the remainder of the term of office, until May 2015, according to library officials. Candidates must be a resident of the Lemont Public Library District. Applicants must submit a letter of interest stating their qualifications and interest in serving the library district no later than Monday, May 13. Professional resumes will also be accepted. Applications should be mailed to: Vytenis Kirvelaitis President, Board of Trustees Lemont Public Library District 50 E. Wend Street Lemont, IL 60439 Letters of interest may also be emailed to vkirvelaitis@lemontlibrary.org. For more information, contact Lemont Library Director Sandra …
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
April 2013 election information for the village of Lemont, District 113A, District 210, the Lemont Park District, Lemont Township, the Lemont Fire Protection District and the Lemont Library.
Election Day 2013 is here. Stay with Patch throughout the day for election information and full results for the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A school board—the only contested race in Lemont. See below for information on the upcoming election and a breakdown of every race, with links to individual candidate profiles. Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board Member (choose three) Village President (choose one) Village Clerk (choose one) Village Trustee (choose three) Lemont Park District Commissioner (choose two) Lemont Public Library District Trustee, Full Term (choose three) Lemont Public Library District Trustee, Unexpired Two-Year Term Lemont High School District 210 Board Member (choose three) Lemont Fire …
Monday, April 8, 2013
Only 419 votes were cast during early voting, according to unofficial results published by Cook County Clerk David Orr.
Early voting totals from the Lemont Public Library are down drastically this year from 2011. As of Sunday, the library had only 419 ballots cast between March 25 and April 6, the designated early voting period, according to Cook County Clerk David Orr. The turnout is a far cry from the April 2011 election, when 1,511 early ballots were cast. That year, the library had the third highest turnout in Cook County behind Centennial Ice Rink in Wilmette and Chicago Heights City Hall. The 2011 election featured 10 candidates running for four vacant school board positions in Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A. Voters were also faced with a $20 million working cash bond referendum for the district, which they ultimately voted down. This…
Monday, April 1, 2013
The Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., will serve as an early voting location through April 6.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Local organization offers funds to Lemont students who demonstrate dedication to community service.
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Wednesday, March 27
Lemont residents who demonstrate a dedication to community service could earn $1,000 in scholarship funds from the Lemont Junior Woman’s Club. The organization will award three scholarships in May to applicants who have made outstanding contributions to the community through volunteerism. Qualified applicants include residents of Lemont who are either high school seniors (men or women) or adult women returning to school. The LJWC’s review committee is seeking applicants with a history of community service, a demonstrated commitment to volunteerism and strong academic performance. Scholarship money may be applied to any school-related expenses, including tuition, books and supplies. To apply, pick up an application form and instructions at …
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Local organization offers funds to Lemont students who demonstrate dedication to community service.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Community members can drop off their donations at park district, library, through Jan. 25.
Friday, January 11, 2013
Community members can drop off their donations at park district, library, through Jan. 25.
Did your New Year’s resolution include getting more organized? If you have been busy purging items from your closets, basements, attics and toy rooms, Lemont Girl Scout Troop 361 has found a place for all the books and toys your kids may have outgrown. The troop, made up of 8- and 9-year-old girls who attend River Valley School, is conducting a used book and toy drive through Friday, Jan. 25 to benefit the Toy Box Connection in Orland Park. The girls have already collected more than 300 toys, books and stuffed animals simply by cleaning out their own closets and asking friends for donations. And they’re hoping members of the community will do the same. So, gather up all those books and toys and drop off your donations (see the list of …
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Lemont Public Library is offering one-on-one assistance to help patrons navigate their electronic devices.
Friday, January 4, 2013
Lemont Public Library is offering one-on-one assistance to help patrons navigate their electronic devices.
Did you receive an e-reader, tablet, iPad or iPhone for Christmas but have no idea how to use it? Are you tired of calling your kids to ask for help? Set your frustrations aside and bring your device to the Lemont Public Library during January to receive one-on-one assistance with your iPad, iPhone, Kindle eReader, Kindle Fire, Nook ereader or Nook tablet. Simply check the library’s calendar for available times for Tech 911-Librarians to the Rescue by clicking here, and make an appointment by clicking “register” or by calling the reference department at 630-257-6541. Once you have made an appointment, bring your electronic device to the library at your scheduled time, along with associated email addresses and passwords. A staff member will…
Hank Olenick
11:02 am on Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Michelle, You are a liar. There was never an email written or sent, because you made it up. Susan Petrarca never wrote one or sent one. " She claimed she came across it from someone else. I asked her to get her facts straight & to stop contacting me." You claim to have corresponded with Susan. Produce the email and I will retract my statement. But I know you won't, because you can't because it is… more ›